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The former chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will be featured in a documentary airing today.  TMZ’s documentary named “The War Over OnlyFans” features Joe Gow and his wife Carmen Wilson.  Gow was removed after it was discovered that he and Wilson were producing pornographic content together.  The documentary will air on FOX. 

Sportsmen in Western Wisconsin and across the state are taking note of the start of a number of hunting seasons.  The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says the hunting season for mourning doves, snipe, and rail began on Monday.  The days also marked the opening of Early Canada Goose season.  Bear hunting season begins tomorrow.

The Eau Claire City Attorney’s Office is seeking applicants for a paid internship position.  The city says the post would be right for someone interested in municipal law who has a desire to serve the public interest.  A full job description and MORE INFORMATION WITH AN EASY CLICK HERE.

Well, just like that we turn the page into September and Labor Day is upon us. Whew! Whether or not you get to take the day off from “laboring” as is intended or you are back to work on the day like any other Monday, we want to say thank you for being a part of the 715 Newsroom as we work to keep you updated on what is happening in this place we call home. We appreciate you. So,

A suspect is in custody following a deadly Saturday afternoon shooting in Eau Claire.  The incident happened around 2 p.m. at a location on Sunset Drive.  Police say a man was found dead at the scene but have released few other details. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE WITH WEAU 13 NEWS.

Dane County health officials have reported the county’s first case of West Nile Virus in 2025.  It’s the fourth human case in Wisconsin this year.  Public Health Madison and Dane County said Thursday that the highest risk for the illness happens in August and September.  Officials recommend wearing long, loose fitting clothing to prevent bites, and advise getting rid of standing water to prevent mosquito pools. 

Health officials are reporting more cases of measles in Oconto County.  The Wisconsin Department of Health Services updated its dashboard to show 23 cases as of Friday.  It’s an increase of nine since last week’s update.  All 23 people are reportedly unvaccinated.  Two people have been hospitalized.  The first nine cases were reported early August after individuals were exposed during out-of-state travel. 

New vape regulations in Wisconsin are now in effect.  As of today, any electronic vaping device not listed on the Department of Revenue’s Electronic Vaping Device Directory is illegal to sell in the state.  There are 216 products listed in the directory.  Retailers selling illegal vapes are subject to a thousand-dollar fine per day, per device. 

Fall classes are beginning for University of Wisconsin students this week.  Classes at the La Crosse, Platteville and River Falls campuses start today.  Classes at the Eau Claire, Stout and Superior campuses begin tomorrow.

The Packers will kick off their season this week.  Green Bay will host the Detroit Lions on Sunday.  This is the first time the Packers will open their season at Lambeau Field since 2018, when they beat the Bears.  Green Bay lost both its meetings with the Lions last season.